1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | IS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
